Tortellini Shrimp and Cheese Salad
Elevate your pasta salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Tortellini Shrimp and Cheese Salad! This dish combines tender cheese tortellini, succulent garlic-sautéed shrimp, and a medley of crisp vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red bell pepper. Tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing of mayo, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, then topped with shaved Parmesan and fresh parsley, each bite is a burst of bold, refreshing flavor. Perfect as a chilled summer entrée or an impressive potluck side, this 30-minute recipe is as easy to make as it is satisfying. Whether you're craving a protein-packed meal or a crowd-pleasing dish, this tortellini shrimp salad has you covered!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 0.25 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese (shaved)
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process, then set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until pink and fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Once the shrimp have cooled, add them to the mixing bowl with the tortellini and veggies.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well coated.
Sprinkle the shaved parmesan cheese on top and gently mix.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled and enjoy your Tortellini Shrimp and Cheese Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2065 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.7 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.6 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1074 mg | 358% | |
| Sodium | 3237 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.7 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 159.7 g | 319% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 992 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2397 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
